Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa
US$83
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$83
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa average US$81 in the cheapest month (November) and US$98 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$94 |
| February | US$84 |
| March | US$84 |
| April | US$86 |
| May | US$88 |
| June | US$86 |
| July | US$98 |
| August | US$91 |
| September | US$83 |
| October | US$84 |
| November | US$81 |
| December | US$86 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$98)
Cheapest: November (~US$81)
About this property
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 125 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa in Costa Mesa (Mesa Verde), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Orange County Fair and Events Center and South Coast Plaza. This hotel is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Huntington Beach Pier and 8.4 mi (13.4 km) from Anaheim Convention Center.
What's nearby
The Observatory(1.1 Miles)
Orange Coast College(1.3 Miles)
Costa Mesa Country Club(1.7 Miles)
Orange County Fair and Events Center(1.9 Miles)
South Coast Plaza(2.1 Miles)
The LAB Antimall(2.6 Miles)
Heritage Museum of Orange County(2.9 Miles)
Segerstrom Center for the Arts(3.1 Miles)
Mile Square Golf Course(3.7 Miles)
Fountain Valley Recreation Center(4 Miles)
Boomers Fountain Valley(4.5 Miles)
Hoag Hospital(4.5 Miles)
Huntington State Beach(5.6 Miles)
Huntington Beach Beaches(5.8 Miles)
Bren Events Center(5.8 Miles)
John Wayne Airport (SNA)(4.6 Miles)
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal)(21.8 Miles)
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)(17.7 Miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Location
3205 Harbor Blvd
The Observatory (1.1 Miles)
Orange Coast College (1.3 Miles)
Costa Mesa Country Club (1.7 Miles)
Orange County Fair and Events Center (1.9 Miles)
South Coast Plaza (2.1 Miles)
The LAB Antimall (2.6 Miles)
Room options
6
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
300 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
3
Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews
6.2
Pleasant
Based on 1,197 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
35%
Couple
23%
Family
21%
Group
10%
Solo
9%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa, reviews are highly mixed: travelers like the budget price, convenient 405-side location, and the pool and spa, but many report serious cleanliness problems, dated rooms with maintenance issues, and noise or safety concerns.
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What guests think
At Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa, reviews are highly mixed: travelers like the budget price, convenient 405-side location, and the pool and spa, but many report serious cleanliness problems, dated rooms with maintenance issues, and noise or safety concerns.
Staff feedback is split, with some praising friendly help and others reporting rude or unresponsive service and difficulty securing refunds. Breakfast and coffee are very basic and inconsistent, with some guests finding no breakfast despite listings. Policies and responsiveness, including deposits and manager availability, also frustrate several reviewers. Best for price-focused travelers willing to accept trade-offs.
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Facilities
The pool area is a common highlight when open, but several guests found the hot tub cold or not working, and occasional closures. Parking is straightforward, though the shared In-N-Out driveway can back up the entrance.
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Taylor
18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I gave this property a very high rating and itnis because for the price you pay this is as good as it gets. The rooms are certainly older so they have their wear, but the pool and hot tub are very nice and the property while maybe not updated is well kept, the service is nice, and they have coffee, cereal, snd assorrwd breads in the office in the morning. It is also right next to tbe freeway and not too far from Newport Beach.
I gave this property a very high rating and itnis because for the price you pay this is as good as it gets. The rooms are certainly older so they have their wear, but the pool and hot tub are very nice and the property while maybe not updated is well kept, the service is nice, and they have coffee, cereal, snd assorrwd breads in the office in the morning. It is also right next to tbe freeway and not too far from Newport Beach.
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SCOTT
22 Jul 2023
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I picked out the property because it was close to a venue/event we were going to. It also said it had a Jacuzzi. The Jacuzzi did not work. There were no towells in the hotel unit when we arrived and none at the pool area. They were still cleaning them!! The general condition of the inside of the unit was dirty and many things were in unsatisfactory condition in need of repair! The shower was leaking the whole night. Cigarette butts all over the exterior. Just very uncared for. Never again!!
I picked out the property because it was close to a venue/event we were going to. It also said it had a Jacuzzi. The Jacuzzi did not work. There were no towells in the hotel unit when we arrived and none at the pool area. They were still cleaning them!! The general condition of the inside of the unit was dirty and many things were in unsatisfactory condition in need of repair! The shower was leaking the whole night. Cigarette butts all over the exterior. Just very uncared for. Never again!!
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Bahaa
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
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Deborah
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It has a great pool and Jacuzzi! Also provided pastries for breakfast.
It has a great pool and Jacuzzi! Also provided pastries for breakfast.
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Joe
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly fast check-in. Clean room, nice comfortable bed with crisp bedding. Micro, fridge & coffee maker in room. Large clean pool and pool area, with plenty of comfortable loungers, some are padded wicker. Also, tables and chairs in pool area. Loads of your regularly eating places all with in really close distance, 3 or 4 are only minutes walk. A reall nice good value hotel... would highly recommend as a central base from Oceanside to Santa Monica 👌👍👏
Friendly fast check-in. Clean room, nice comfortable bed with crisp bedding. Micro, fridge & coffee maker in room. Large clean pool and pool area, with plenty of comfortable loungers, some are padded wicker. Also, tables and chairs in pool area. Loads of your regularly eating places all with in really close distance, 3 or 4 are only minutes walk. A reall nice good value hotel... would highly recommend as a central base from Oceanside to Santa Monica 👌👍👏
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John
24 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Bugs were in our first room, and both rooms smelt like cigarettes even tho they were "non-smoking". The jacuzzi was broken and the pool had dirt on the bottom.
Bugs were in our first room, and both rooms smelt like cigarettes even tho they were "non-smoking". The jacuzzi was broken and the pool had dirt on the bottom.
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Travis
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hottub was just the right temperature to get the job done. The room was older, but clean, and I was able to get a decent nights sleep. In fact, it was comfortable enough for me to have trouble getting out of bed.
Hottub was just the right temperature to get the job done. The room was older, but clean, and I was able to get a decent nights sleep. In fact, it was comfortable enough for me to have trouble getting out of bed.
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Allan
1 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
When i booked the site said breakfas t included, but it did not. The site also said restaurant was on site. There was none. Also i booked this site due to having a pool and hottub. Went to use the hottub, but it was totally cold. The wife complained that the room smelled and that the TV was way to small. Was not happy.
When i booked the site said breakfas t included, but it did not. The site also said restaurant was on site. There was none. Also i booked this site due to having a pool and hottub. Went to use the hottub, but it was totally cold. The wife complained that the room smelled and that the TV was way to small. Was not happy.
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Tabitha
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When we checked in the front desk wasn't friendly at all. He barely said anything to us. It didn't say online the pool area was closed. I was looking forward to the hot tub so that sucked. It was the dirtiest room I've ever stayed in. The bathroom had black mold! Water wouldn't stop running from bath tub faucet. Very poor maintenance. I tried to speak to a manager but of course there wasn't one on site. We asked to be contacted and never heard anything. Stay away from this place!
When we checked in the front desk wasn't friendly at all. He barely said anything to us. It didn't say online the pool area was closed. I was looking forward to the hot tub so that sucked. It was the dirtiest room I've ever stayed in. The bathroom had black mold! Water wouldn't stop running from bath tub faucet. Very poor maintenance. I tried to speak to a manager but of course there wasn't one on site. We asked to be contacted and never heard anything. Stay away from this place!
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Travis
22 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hot tub was the perfect temperature.
The hot tub was the perfect temperature.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a recurring problem, with many reports of cockroaches and other bugs, musty or moldy odors, stained linens, and dirty floors and bathrooms. A minority of reviews noted clean rooms.
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Latasha
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stain on the sheets, no heat, had to switch rooms twice. Please refund 10%
Stain on the sheets, no heat, had to switch rooms twice. Please refund 10%
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Ashley
17 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This place was disgusting! There were live and dead roaches on the bathroom floor and walls.
This place was disgusting! There were live and dead roaches on the bathroom floor and walls.
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Hector
18 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It smelled really moldy and I feel like I got sick because of the stinky moldy smell. I would request a refund and request the city to inspect it because it’s not healthy breathing mold
It smelled really moldy and I feel like I got sick because of the stinky moldy smell. I would request a refund and request the city to inspect it because it’s not healthy breathing mold
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dusti
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was run down and dirty. The toilet seat had chips on it and floors had dirt all over.
The room was run down and dirty. The toilet seat had chips on it and floors had dirt all over.
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Meagan
2 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was disgusting. We asked them to come clean the floors and she did a quick sweep and used a towel to wipe the floor. The floor was still black. We had to wear shoes the entire time. There was mold in the shower. There were stains on all of our towels. We asked for new towels and those had stains too. House keeper came the next day to clean while we were gone and nothing was cleaned, they made one out of the two beds and put new towels in the room and nothing else. The floor was still disgusting. The continental breakfast was some store bought mini donuts, cereal and juice.
The room was disgusting. We asked them to come clean the floors and she did a quick sweep and used a towel to wipe the floor. The floor was still black. We had to wear shoes the entire time. There was mold in the shower. There were stains on all of our towels. We asked for new towels and those had stains too. House keeper came the next day to clean while we were gone and nothing was cleaned, they made one out of the two beds and put new towels in the room and nothing else. The floor was still disgusting. The continental breakfast was some store bought mini donuts, cereal and juice.
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Ricardo
19 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Mold, roaches and smelly,
Mold, roaches and smelly,
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Allison
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
MOLD!! ZERO stars. Since I was not able to get a refund I unfortunately had to stay here for a few nights that I booked before looking at the reviews (big mistake!). I woke up every morning unable to breathe. The AC smells like mold, and the walls, baseboards and bathroom were covered in mold. VERY dirty, unknown substances on floor and walls. Looked like there was blood on the curtains along side some brown goop. Very loud neighbours who were yelling and fighting with each other. Water stains all over the ceilings. Also there were stains on the sheets/pillows. I will never stay here again, so gross. The mold in this place is not worth it at ANY price.
MOLD!! ZERO stars. Since I was not able to get a refund I unfortunately had to stay here for a few nights that I booked before looking at the reviews (big mistake!). I woke up every morning unable to breathe. The AC smells like mold, and the walls, baseboards and bathroom were covered in mold. VERY dirty, unknown substances on floor and walls. Looked like there was blood on the curtains along side some brown goop. Very loud neighbours who were yelling and fighting with each other. Water stains all over the ceilings. Also there were stains on the sheets/pillows. I will never stay here again, so gross. The mold in this place is not worth it at ANY price.
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Richard
27 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stay away unless you like bugs and filth! Checked in and found gross stains in tub and toilet in room. Complained and was given new room and found mold in bathroom but. settled in because we needed sleep. Next day received no cleaning or amenity replacement and was told service was only in morning so requested new towels and was given towels that had stains. Next day slept-in and requested no cleaning but new towels and had to argue with maid who didn’t want to provide new towels since we had not yet used towels from previous day yet and finally received new towels when explained we were about to shower and wanted new towels for next morning. Went out and, upon returning, found large roach inside room and evidence of other previously killed roach inside room as well as large roach outside room as well as other creepy-crawlers inside room. Feeling uncomfortable staying and it being last night, demanded refund and booked different motel but was told attendant could not provide refund but only a request for manager to call us. Still waiting for that call. Complained on Vagabond corporate website but still no response.
Stay away unless you like bugs and filth! Checked in and found gross stains in tub and toilet in room. Complained and was given new room and found mold in bathroom but. settled in because we needed sleep. Next day received no cleaning or amenity replacement and was told service was only in morning so requested new towels and was given towels that had stains. Next day slept-in and requested no cleaning but new towels and had to argue with maid who didn’t want to provide new towels since we had not yet used towels from previous day yet and finally received new towels when explained we were about to shower and wanted new towels for next morning. Went out and, upon returning, found large roach inside room and evidence of other previously killed roach inside room as well as large roach outside room as well as other creepy-crawlers inside room. Feeling uncomfortable staying and it being last night, demanded refund and booked different motel but was told attendant could not provide refund but only a request for manager to call us. Still waiting for that call. Complained on Vagabond corporate website but still no response.
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Bryson
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
Floors were filthy. Not swept nor mopped. Socks were black after walking around in the room for a few minutes. Shower head was cracked so showering with water just trickling out or putting shower on all the way and flooding the floor. Bath tub looked as though they never scrubbed since installation. Coins were on the floor in the bathroom so you know floor wasnt clean after prior guest. Its a non smoking room but smells like cigarettes were smoked in there. The hotel did try to fix by showing us different rooms but one room smelled like marijuana, one room's bed was sagging in the center. Location was good. A lot of places to eat. I would not recommend this place.
Floors were filthy. Not swept nor mopped. Socks were black after walking around in the room for a few minutes. Shower head was cracked so showering with water just trickling out or putting shower on all the way and flooding the floor. Bath tub looked as though they never scrubbed since installation. Coins were on the floor in the bathroom so you know floor wasnt clean after prior guest. Its a non smoking room but smells like cigarettes were smoked in there. The hotel did try to fix by showing us different rooms but one room smelled like marijuana, one room's bed was sagging in the center. Location was good. A lot of places to eat. I would not recommend this place.
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Katherine
25 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The room seemed clean enough upon initial inspection. However, we laid down for a nap and noticed several hairs that belonged to none of us underneath the pillows in both beds. There was no AC in the room so it became humid and hot very fast (even in November). The stripping around the doorway was gone, so bugs were able to come in. Pretty sure we saw some kind of drug deal in the parking lot AND the stairwells. The worst of it was the roaches. Roaches on my pj's that I put down on the table by the microwave just to use the bathroom. Roaches in the bathroom. Roaches in the nightstand and in the plastic protector over the lampshade. Roaches on my pillow. The one good thing I can say is that the pool looked nice (we didn't stay long enough to swim) and the front desk people. They did not seem surprised that there was a roach problem and offered to switch us rooms. With the drop ceilings and forced air vents, we knew the problem was going to be widespread. We declined moving rooms and they gave us our money back without hassle when I told them we would like to cancel the rest of our reservation.
The room seemed clean enough upon initial inspection. However, we laid down for a nap and noticed several hairs that belonged to none of us underneath the pillows in both beds. There was no AC in the room so it became humid and hot very fast (even in November). The stripping around the doorway was gone, so bugs were able to come in. Pretty sure we saw some kind of drug deal in the parking lot AND the stairwells. The worst of it was the roaches. Roaches on my pj's that I put down on the table by the microwave just to use the bathroom. Roaches in the bathroom. Roaches in the nightstand and in the plastic protector over the lampshade. Roaches on my pillow. The one good thing I can say is that the pool looked nice (we didn't stay long enough to swim) and the front desk people. They did not seem surprised that there was a roach problem and offered to switch us rooms. With the drop ceilings and forced air vents, we knew the problem was going to be widespread. We declined moving rooms and they gave us our money back without hassle when I told them we would like to cancel the rest of our reservation.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated and basic, with frequent complaints about inconsistent or centrally controlled AC/heat, thin or uncomfortable mattresses, odors, and general wear. Some guests also mention noise from neighbors or the area and unreliable Wi‑Fi.
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Zack
14 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Only go here if you’re so tired you can’t drive anymore. Rooms haven’t been updated since the 80s. WiFi only works in the rooms near the lobby. Ask for that if you do go.
Only go here if you’re so tired you can’t drive anymore. Rooms haven’t been updated since the 80s. WiFi only works in the rooms near the lobby. Ask for that if you do go.
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Joe
7 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There is no air conditioning thermostat to control temperature so the room was stuffy and hot at times. When I asked it the temperature could be turned down it was suggested I open my window. There is no channel guide for the TV and when I went to change channels I had to press down really hard. I had no idea there was a free breakfast until I walked into the lobby the morning I was leaving. The construction going on limited the amount of parking spaces. The staff was somewhat friendly but not always available. So it was overall just "meh"
There is no air conditioning thermostat to control temperature so the room was stuffy and hot at times. When I asked it the temperature could be turned down it was suggested I open my window. There is no channel guide for the TV and when I went to change channels I had to press down really hard. I had no idea there was a free breakfast until I walked into the lobby the morning I was leaving. The construction going on limited the amount of parking spaces. The staff was somewhat friendly but not always available. So it was overall just "meh"
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NGUYEN
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Too much noise from the next door. Body wash and shampoo only enough for one person, the room too dark and too small
Too much noise from the next door. Body wash and shampoo only enough for one person, the room too dark and too small
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Bahaa
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
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Michael
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No rooms had thermostats. Centrally controlled and freezing. No vent cover. Could not sleep. Front desk no help and of course no refund.
No rooms had thermostats. Centrally controlled and freezing. No vent cover. Could not sleep. Front desk no help and of course no refund.
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Maria
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is perfect if you just need a place to sleep. Beware there’s no AC.
The place is perfect if you just need a place to sleep. Beware there’s no AC.
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Thomas
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This property is super noisy and there are people partying almost every night. The staff were of little to no use for help
This property is super noisy and there are people partying almost every night. The staff were of little to no use for help
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Jean
28 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The place was clean however the internet was horrible/ not working. Also room smell smoke even though non smoking room.
The place was clean however the internet was horrible/ not working. Also room smell smoke even though non smoking room.
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Marilyn
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, quiet, comfortable.
Clean, quiet, comfortable.
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Tim
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There homeless living in the parking lot, people wandering parking lot all night that are questionable, traffic from inn and out makes Friday Sat night traffic jams to get in, room is very dated. Mattress is good but pillows are worthless. Shower bathroom are very dated but work ok. Lot of noise from in out burger till 1am. Price dictates what you get.
There homeless living in the parking lot, people wandering parking lot all night that are questionable, traffic from inn and out makes Friday Sat night traffic jams to get in, room is very dated. Mattress is good but pillows are worthless. Shower bathroom are very dated but work ok. Lot of noise from in out burger till 1am. Price dictates what you get.
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Service
Service is inconsistent: some guests describe friendly, accommodating staff, while others report slow or unhelpful responses, rude interactions, refund difficulties, or manager unavailability.
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David
30 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient property, located off the 405. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! The rooms are tidy and parking is right out front. Nothing fancy by any means but clean and well located near the freeway.
Convenient property, located off the 405. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! The rooms are tidy and parking is right out front. Nothing fancy by any means but clean and well located near the freeway.
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Mike
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was smooth and the host was pleasant. It has a great location. Coffee (complimentary) is available at all or most hours and the breakfast of fresh baked goods is decent. The grounds are well maintained and very pleasant. A nice, comfortable stay.
Check in was smooth and the host was pleasant. It has a great location. Coffee (complimentary) is available at all or most hours and the breakfast of fresh baked goods is decent. The grounds are well maintained and very pleasant. A nice, comfortable stay.
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Mary
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was fast! That's always MONUMENTAL! We booked two days and decided to stay two more without checking out of the room --- and mind you, the first two days --- we chose NOT to have housekeeping enter our room. We exchanged towels and cleaned the room ourselves. The final two days, we booked with Expedia again and we had to pay another deposit for the final two days! Makes no sense, so now I have to monitor my account to make sure my two day deposit money gets put back! Yes, I've had to call 2 hotels during my travels when it wasn't put back! But on the second deposit, the amount was $60 and the front desk guy said, the extra $10 was because we didn't change rooms. Okay, next time I know --- if/should we do come back here! Well check out for five hours and get (supposedly) a totally clean room!
Check in was fast! That's always MONUMENTAL! We booked two days and decided to stay two more without checking out of the room --- and mind you, the first two days --- we chose NOT to have housekeeping enter our room. We exchanged towels and cleaned the room ourselves. The final two days, we booked with Expedia again and we had to pay another deposit for the final two days! Makes no sense, so now I have to monitor my account to make sure my two day deposit money gets put back! Yes, I've had to call 2 hotels during my travels when it wasn't put back! But on the second deposit, the amount was $60 and the front desk guy said, the extra $10 was because we didn't change rooms. Okay, next time I know --- if/should we do come back here! Well check out for five hours and get (supposedly) a totally clean room!
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saul
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
STAFF VERY RUDE!
STAFF VERY RUDE!
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Alex
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly and Welcoming Service
Friendly and Welcoming Service
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Paula
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The pictures doesn’t match the room at all, and the staff weren’t friendly or had any customer service skills.
The pictures doesn’t match the room at all, and the staff weren’t friendly or had any customer service skills.
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Scott
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very well kept property and friendly staff. Thanks Scott
Very well kept property and friendly staff. Thanks Scott
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Roswell
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I really enjoyed the professional and knowledgeable - personal staff - front desk & housekeeping,you can see from the smiles on their faces that it's a great place to work.
I really enjoyed the professional and knowledgeable - personal staff - front desk & housekeeping,you can see from the smiles on their faces that it's a great place to work.
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Tabitha
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When we checked in the front desk wasn't friendly at all. He barely said anything to us. It didn't say online the pool area was closed. I was looking forward to the hot tub so that sucked. It was the dirtiest room I've ever stayed in. The bathroom had black mold! Water wouldn't stop running from bath tub faucet. Very poor maintenance. I tried to speak to a manager but of course there wasn't one on site. We asked to be contacted and never heard anything. Stay away from this place!
When we checked in the front desk wasn't friendly at all. He barely said anything to us. It didn't say online the pool area was closed. I was looking forward to the hot tub so that sucked. It was the dirtiest room I've ever stayed in. The bathroom had black mold! Water wouldn't stop running from bath tub faucet. Very poor maintenance. I tried to speak to a manager but of course there wasn't one on site. We asked to be contacted and never heard anything. Stay away from this place!
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Linda
19 Sept 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Every staff member from front desk to housekeeping to maintenance is particularly responsive whenever an issue comes up that needs attention, invariably carrying out their duties cheerfully, with enthusiasm. It makes my stay here so much more enjoyable.
Every staff member from front desk to housekeeping to maintenance is particularly responsive whenever an issue comes up that needs attention, invariably carrying out their duties cheerfully, with enthusiasm. It makes my stay here so much more enjoyable.
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Location
Very convenient off the 405 with many dining options nearby, including In‑N‑Out next door, and access to venues and beaches. Some guests felt the immediate environment could be noisy or uncomfortable.
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David
30 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient property, located off the 405. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! The rooms are tidy and parking is right out front. Nothing fancy by any means but clean and well located near the freeway.
Convenient property, located off the 405. The staff is very friendly and accommodating! The rooms are tidy and parking is right out front. Nothing fancy by any means but clean and well located near the freeway.
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Jennifer
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property grounds were beautiful and well kept. The rooms were nice, the bathroom was clean but it could use a revamp. Stayed here because it was close to The Observatory (went for a concert) and for the price I paid, I would 100% stay here again.
Property grounds were beautiful and well kept. The rooms were nice, the bathroom was clean but it could use a revamp. Stayed here because it was close to The Observatory (went for a concert) and for the price I paid, I would 100% stay here again.
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Taylor
18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I gave this property a very high rating and itnis because for the price you pay this is as good as it gets. The rooms are certainly older so they have their wear, but the pool and hot tub are very nice and the property while maybe not updated is well kept, the service is nice, and they have coffee, cereal, snd assorrwd breads in the office in the morning. It is also right next to tbe freeway and not too far from Newport Beach.
I gave this property a very high rating and itnis because for the price you pay this is as good as it gets. The rooms are certainly older so they have their wear, but the pool and hot tub are very nice and the property while maybe not updated is well kept, the service is nice, and they have coffee, cereal, snd assorrwd breads in the office in the morning. It is also right next to tbe freeway and not too far from Newport Beach.
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Bahaa
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
8
Rimah
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location and friendly atmosphere.
Convenient location and friendly atmosphere.
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Bernadette
9 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Important to know: the hotel is next door to an In-n-Out Burger, which makes it a bit busy to get in. Moreover, if this will bother you, it’s across the street from a cemetery, but that makes it quiet on one side, at least. We just wanted an inexpensive, decent place to shower and sleep and this did fit the bill. The pool and spa looked very inviting, but we were exhausted. Our shower/tub faucet would not shut off (we told the front desk upon checkout) and there was a huge, dead palmetto bug inside the bathroom light/blower (forget to tell the front desk that), but those were my only complaints. Yes, the property is old with some cosmetic blemishes; however, it was decent.
Important to know: the hotel is next door to an In-n-Out Burger, which makes it a bit busy to get in. Moreover, if this will bother you, it’s across the street from a cemetery, but that makes it quiet on one side, at least. We just wanted an inexpensive, decent place to shower and sleep and this did fit the bill. The pool and spa looked very inviting, but we were exhausted. Our shower/tub faucet would not shut off (we told the front desk upon checkout) and there was a huge, dead palmetto bug inside the bathroom light/blower (forget to tell the front desk that), but those were my only complaints. Yes, the property is old with some cosmetic blemishes; however, it was decent.
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Joe
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly fast check-in. Clean room, nice comfortable bed with crisp bedding. Micro, fridge & coffee maker in room. Large clean pool and pool area, with plenty of comfortable loungers, some are padded wicker. Also, tables and chairs in pool area. Loads of your regularly eating places all with in really close distance, 3 or 4 are only minutes walk. A reall nice good value hotel... would highly recommend as a central base from Oceanside to Santa Monica 👌👍👏
Friendly fast check-in. Clean room, nice comfortable bed with crisp bedding. Micro, fridge & coffee maker in room. Large clean pool and pool area, with plenty of comfortable loungers, some are padded wicker. Also, tables and chairs in pool area. Loads of your regularly eating places all with in really close distance, 3 or 4 are only minutes walk. A reall nice good value hotel... would highly recommend as a central base from Oceanside to Santa Monica 👌👍👏
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Muhammed
29 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
convenient Dirty and feeling unsafe
convenient Dirty and feeling unsafe
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Marie
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
quiet area. close to in-n-out.
quiet area. close to in-n-out.
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Rodrigo
30 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient to fine restaurants,very close to amazing mall and very close to freeway!!
Very convenient to fine restaurants,very close to amazing mall and very close to freeway!!
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Dining
Breakfast is minimal (pastries, cereal, coffee) and its availability is inconsistent; several guests said it wasn’t provided despite listings or that items were stale. A few appreciated the simple coffee and baked goods.
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David
4 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was fine but there is no more free breakfast and it used to have it.
Everything was fine but there is no more free breakfast and it used to have it.
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Mike
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was smooth and the host was pleasant. It has a great location. Coffee (complimentary) is available at all or most hours and the breakfast of fresh baked goods is decent. The grounds are well maintained and very pleasant. A nice, comfortable stay.
Check in was smooth and the host was pleasant. It has a great location. Coffee (complimentary) is available at all or most hours and the breakfast of fresh baked goods is decent. The grounds are well maintained and very pleasant. A nice, comfortable stay.
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Bahaa
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
Location is what made me book this hotel. Close to where I needed to be and next to the freeway. Rooms are very outdated, but clean. AC is an on/off switch only, you don’t get to control the temperature! Bed mattress is pretty thin and uncomfortable Their definition of breakfast meant not so fresh Costco croissants and some cup cakes. At least they had coffee! At night they close all entrances but one that is shared with in n out burger! Yes you will be standing in the famous in n out line to be able to enter the hotel. During the day they open other gates which makes it easier.
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Deborah
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It has a great pool and Jacuzzi! Also provided pastries for breakfast.
It has a great pool and Jacuzzi! Also provided pastries for breakfast.
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Yolanda
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They had a Continental Breakfast. We had to ask for them to put out more pastries . The toilet was cracked on the top. The staff was friendly. Good location. Best priced with 2 beds and the location with Continental breakfast
They had a Continental Breakfast. We had to ask for them to put out more pastries . The toilet was cracked on the top. The staff was friendly. Good location. Best priced with 2 beds and the location with Continental breakfast
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Wyvona
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
The service was excellent. The room was a typical 2 star hotel. The mattress was hard and uncomfortable. I was in a single queen room. My bed had a single, skinny mattress on a platform. Each of my sisters were in a room with two queens, and they had comfortable, regular mattresses with box springs in their rooms. The pillows were awful. The television had a lot of channels, but the remote was terrible. You could not enter a channel number, but had to scroll through the entire list to go from one channel to another. The channel list was illegible. I went to the office to get another, and the clerk said I had one of the best she had ever seen. She asked to take a copy of mine. Breakfast was sparse: apples, bananas, oranges, cereal, mini-muffins, mini-donuts, croissant cut in half, juice, coffee, and milk.
The service was excellent. The room was a typical 2 star hotel. The mattress was hard and uncomfortable. I was in a single queen room. My bed had a single, skinny mattress on a platform. Each of my sisters were in a room with two queens, and they had comfortable, regular mattresses with box springs in their rooms. The pillows were awful. The television had a lot of channels, but the remote was terrible. You could not enter a channel number, but had to scroll through the entire list to go from one channel to another. The channel list was illegible. I went to the office to get another, and the clerk said I had one of the best she had ever seen. She asked to take a copy of mine. Breakfast was sparse: apples, bananas, oranges, cereal, mini-muffins, mini-donuts, croissant cut in half, juice, coffee, and milk.
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Mikael
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We booked it because it where including breakfast... but when we checked in they let us know they just skiped serving breakfast for the next morning...
We booked it because it where including breakfast... but when we checked in they let us know they just skiped serving breakfast for the next morning...
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Paul
27 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Genuinely comfortable for under $100.00 dollars, compared to some that do not have Swimming Pool. Breakfast could be better, coffee and Orange and Apple Juice hit the hunger spot, thank you !!!
Genuinely comfortable for under $100.00 dollars, compared to some that do not have Swimming Pool. Breakfast could be better, coffee and Orange and Apple Juice hit the hunger spot, thank you !!!
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Darjah
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
to start the property was dirty and had shoe prints in the bathtub. when checked in and settled a man came into do construction with no notice. the hot tub did not get warm or have jet covers. the staff was unhelpful and lacked the knowledge to assist. no management on site ever. The cereal was stale and the food was rotten that they did supply.
to start the property was dirty and had shoe prints in the bathtub. when checked in and settled a man came into do construction with no notice. the hot tub did not get warm or have jet covers. the staff was unhelpful and lacked the knowledge to assist. no management on site ever. The cereal was stale and the food was rotten that they did supply.
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Wyvona
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
The hotel is a typical 2 star hotel. The service was excellent. The breakfast was very sparce--apples, oranges, bananas, mini-muffins, mini-donuts, cereal, juice, and coffee. The bed was very hard and the pillows were terrible. I was in a room with a single queen bed. My sisters were in roo.s with two queens and their beds were much, much better. The pool was heated and nice. Only one of the ice machines worked. The television had lots of available channels, but the remote was terrible. You could not enter a channel number, but had to scroll through the entire list to get from one channel to another. The list of channels was illegible. I took it to the office to get a better one. The staff said I had the best one she had ever seen and made a copy of it.
The hotel is a typical 2 star hotel. The service was excellent. The breakfast was very sparce--apples, oranges, bananas, mini-muffins, mini-donuts, cereal, juice, and coffee. The bed was very hard and the pillows were terrible. I was in a room with a single queen bed. My sisters were in roo.s with two queens and their beds were much, much better. The pool was heated and nice. Only one of the ice machines worked. The television had lots of available channels, but the remote was terrible. You could not enter a channel number, but had to scroll through the entire list to get from one channel to another. The list of channels was illegible. I took it to the office to get a better one. The staff said I had the best one she had ever seen and made a copy of it.
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christian
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
It was a pretty foul stench in the room. It smelled like mildew the floor was dirty. The staff are really helpful though.
It was a pretty foul stench in the room. It smelled like mildew the floor was dirty. The staff are really helpful though.
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Steven
15 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The pool and hot tub was working good. The breakfast was simple but good
The pool and hot tub was working good. The breakfast was simple but good
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Julio
30 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service friendly staff. Old but clean!
Great service friendly staff. Old but clean!
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Alan
28 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Check in went smooth. Room#136 Door Mat was torn with an ant trail near by. Inside the room was the worst. Hair on the floor, in the sink with paper in the toilet. There was mold in a crack where the sink vanity meets the wall and all light switches on the wall as well as the molding was dirty. We actually had to wear our shoes inside at all times in fear of bringing any of debris home with us. Bed linen was clean and the TV worked well. You can clearly hear the folks above you walking around but they were relatively quiet for the hours we were in the room. Unless this is a last resort I would avoid this place as much as possible.
Check in went smooth. Room#136 Door Mat was torn with an ant trail near by. Inside the room was the worst. Hair on the floor, in the sink with paper in the toilet. There was mold in a crack where the sink vanity meets the wall and all light switches on the wall as well as the molding was dirty. We actually had to wear our shoes inside at all times in fear of bringing any of debris home with us. Bed linen was clean and the TV worked well. You can clearly hear the folks above you walking around but they were relatively quiet for the hours we were in the room. Unless this is a last resort I would avoid this place as much as possible.
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Brian
27 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
I’ve stated a lot of places over the years and this is by far one of the absolute worst most disgusting places that I have ever stayed at. As soon as we walked in the room, it smelled like a dirty old bar with cigarette smoke coming out of the central air system By the way, who knows where the heck that’s even coming from. Rooms were dirty. There was sand on the floor. Bedsheets had stains on them, and there was cockroaches crawling all over the place. There was homeless people hanging out around the property the entire time as well inside defense area that belong to the hotel even. I don’t even know why this place is on Hotels.com. It should be removed because it’s that bad.
I’ve stated a lot of places over the years and this is by far one of the absolute worst most disgusting places that I have ever stayed at. As soon as we walked in the room, it smelled like a dirty old bar with cigarette smoke coming out of the central air system By the way, who knows where the heck that’s even coming from. Rooms were dirty. There was sand on the floor. Bedsheets had stains on them, and there was cockroaches crawling all over the place. There was homeless people hanging out around the property the entire time as well inside defense area that belong to the hotel even. I don’t even know why this place is on Hotels.com. It should be removed because it’s that bad.
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From 15:00 to 03:30
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FAQs about Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, with uncovered and off-street options.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and potential additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities including a registration desk, path of travel, and pool access. There are also assistive listening devices available.
How is the property situated in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Costa Mesa (Mesa Verde), just a 3-minute drive from South Coast Plaza and 7 minutes from the University of California, Irvine. It is approximately 7.1 miles from Huntington Beach Pier and 8.4 miles from Anaheim Convention Center.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor pool available, with access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 18 years or younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 10.00 per stay, and advance request or confirmation may be required.
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- 2026-10-25: 78.51919099468995USD
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- 2026-10-31: 86.72606614639282USD
- 2026-11-01: 77.74476150708009USD
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- 2026-11-10: 77.74476150708009USD
- 2026-11-11: 78.19651642425538USD
- 2026-11-12: 78.51919099468995USD
- 2026-11-13: 86.72606614639282USD
- 2026-11-14: 86.6830452077942USD
- 2026-11-15: 78.19651642425538USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 50.0 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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24-Hour Front Desk
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